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Pacific Islands Standards Committee Endorsed as Regional Standards Body
The Forum Trade Ministerss, representing all member countries of the Pacific Islands Forum,
Australia Issues World-First Specification for Compostable Textiles
Standards Australia (SA) has published SA TS 5399:2025 – Compostable Natural Fibre Textiles, the first technical specification of its kind worldwide.
Standards Australia Offers Free Battery Safety Guide to Boost Clean Energy Transition
Standards Australia released SA TS 5398:2025, Electrical Energy Storage Equipment – Safety Requirements, a new technical specification available for free through the Standards Australia Store.
Australia Joining International Standards Olympiad for First Time
Australia will join the 21st International Standards Olympiad next year,
Standards Australia Graduate Program Prepares Next Intake
Standards Australia is preparing its next Graduate Program intake, which will begin in February 2026.
Medsalv Achieves ISO 13485 Certification in New Zealand and Australia
Medsalv, a healthcare company specializing in remanufacturing single-use medical devices, has achieved certification to ISO 13485 across both New Zealand and Australia.
Australia Releases Three Roadmaps on Batteries and EV Standards for Net Zero
Standards Australia, commissioned by the Department of Finance, has released three new standards roadmaps to support the country’s shift to net zero.
JASANZ Opens Applications for 2026 Futures Program to Train Accreditation Leaders
The Joint Accreditation System of Australia and New Zealand (JASANZ) has opened applications for the 2026 Futures Program.
Standards Australia Advances Quantum With First Standard and New Report
Standards Australia has taken two major steps to support quantum technology,
NATA Opens Public Comment on ISO 17025 Calibration Appendix
The National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA) has released a revised draft of its Specific Accreditation Criteria for the ISO/IEC 17025 Application Document, Calibration Appendix,
Insider’s View of NATA’s Accreditation Matters 2025 Conference
The National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA) brought together over 500 delegates at its Accreditation Matters 2025 conference, held July 30–31 at ICC Sydney in Australia.
NATA Publishes Biobanking Guide to Strengthen Trust in Stored Biological Materials
The National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA) has released a new Biobanking Industry Guide to help organizations understand the importance of accreditation in maintaining reliable, high-quality biological materials for long-term research and data use.Global News
IEC 63372 Establishes Method For Measuring Carbon Footprint And Avoided Emissions In Electronics
The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) has published IEC 63372,
IFAN Launches Podcast Highlighting Perspectives Of Standards Users
The International Federation of Standards Users (IFAN), a global organization representing the interests of standards users, has launched a podcast aimed at sharing the experiences of organizations and professionals who use standards in their work.
ISO 25859 for Thermophilic Microorganisms in Dairy Under Development
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) is developing ISO 25859, a new international standard that will define how microorganisms that grow at high temperatures are counted in milk and dairy products.
ISO 14001 Final Draft Approved For Publication
The Final Draft International Standard (FDIS) of ISO 14001 has been approved, paving the way for publication in mid April.
IATF Establishes Legal Entity, Ending Ad Hoc Structure
The International Automotive Task Force (IATF) has established a new legal entity, IATF AISBL, marking a shift from its previous structure as an ad hoc group of automotive manufacturers and their national industry associations.
Have Your Say On Food Waste Management: ISO 20001 Survey
Harper Adams University is inviting professionals across the food chain to take part in a survey on ISO 20001, a proposed international management system standard designed to help organisations systematically reduce food loss and waste.
GOTS Version 8.0 Released With Expanded Due Diligence And Environmental Controls
Global Standard has released Version 8.0 of the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS),
Global Quality Infrastructure Index 2025 Report Ranks Germany First as Certification and Accreditation Expand
The 2025 edition of the Global Quality Infrastructure Index (GQII) has been released, presenting updated rankings and new data on the development of national quality infrastructure systems.
BRCGS Announces 2026 EMEA Award Winners At Connect Europe
BRCGS has announced its 2026 award winners during BRCGS Connect Europe in London, recognizing individuals and organizations serving the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region and adjacent markets.
Food Safety Culture Becomes a Formal Certification Requirement Under SQF Edition 10
When SQF Edition 10 launches in March, food safety culture will be required and auditable as part of certification.
Revised ISO 10012 Reframes Metrology As A Management System
The revised ISO 10012 standard has been published, positioning metrology as an integral part of quality management systems rather than a standalone technical activity.
